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INGREDIENTS
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4 thick slices bacon, chopped
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1 small onion, chopped
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2 stalks celery, diced
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons flour
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2-3 cups chicken broth or stock
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1 lb waxy potatoes, peeled and cubed
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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2 (6.5 oz each) cans chopped clams, undrained
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1 (8 oz) bottle clam juice
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2 cups heavy cream
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley, minced, for serving (optional)
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Oyster crackers, for serving (optional)